Another hard-working effort, Hendon's fourth in a week, went unrewarded at Gosport last night, but survival was secured with North Leigh drawing at Plymouth Parkway.
Harvey Rew struck the game's only goal after 11 minutes, and Gosport were indebted to two fine saves from Patrick O'Flaherty to preserve the three points for the hosts.
The slightly absurd spectacle of the Hendon fans, players, and management celebrating after the final whistle following a 1-0 defeat happened after Mikey Williams' 94th minute equaliser for Parkway at Bolitho Park to relegate North Leigh after a sensational last couple of months from the Oxfordshire club.